Governor Beshear issues a guide to trick or treating



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Halloween is Saturday October 31st.

(Frankfort, Ky.) – Trick or Treat will continue in Kentucky at the discretion of each community.

Gov. Andy Beshear has announced a guide for Kentucky residents planning to go door-to-door or for those planning to distribute candy on October 31.

Beshear issued the following guidance:

  • Place individually wrapped treats outside on your porch, driveway, or table.
  • Maintain a social distance of at least 6 feet from anyone outside of your home.
  • Always wear a face cover. Halloween masks DO NOT count as face coverage.
  • Wash your hands before and after handling the wrapped candy.
  • Trick or treat in family groups and do not gather in large groups.
  • Trick or treat in your own neighborhood. Do not travel to other neighborhoods.
  • Use hand sanitizer frequently, especially after coming into contact with frequently touched surfaces and before eating anything.

The governor says Kentuckians should continue to wear masks, socially distance themselves and wash their hands frequently to further prevent the spread of COVID-19.

To view the entire Halloween orientation guide, including safer recommended alternatives, high-risk activities to avoid, and helpful reminders, visit https://chfs.ky.gov/agencies/dph/covid19/cv19halloweenguidance. pdf.



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